Dennett — True story, a little too true for home right now. I’ve done great with boundary keeping and lines made in the sand with our natural distance. But now with that distance bridged it is a whole another beast I feel like I’m facing.

Thank you so much for commenting and responding. I’ve made a family, a home, strong ties within this place. They are always there for me, encouraging me from the sidelines and my eternal cheerleaders.

I’ll choose the ‘no, no more and I can’t.’ Loving from a distance is healthiest for me since the alternative can strip me to my bones and marrow. I’m sorry that this reminds you of what it’s like but I’m happy to hear you’ve made a strong family and ties. I’ve done the same and couldn’t be happier with the people who have adopted me, flaws and all.